Being in lockdown can make us all feel anxious and stressed. The constant reminders of the COVID-19 pandemic can overwhelm us all. But one of the best things for us to do is to be kind to ourselves and simply unwind.
Pouring a cup of coffee or tea and…

Pukekohe businesses are being helped to reduce industrial pollution risks.
Franklin Local Board has budgeted $20,000 for Healthy Waters’ Industrial Pollution Prevention Programme, chair Andy Baker saying if it prevents one significant incident it will…

As last year showed us, being in lockdown for an extended time can take a toll on our mental wellbeing. But there are opportunities to learn some new skills for lifting our spirits while we are at home.
Mindfulness, good sleep, healthy eating and…

“Take your kids with you to get vaccinated,” says Auckland Mayor Phil Goff.
“From today, everyone in New Zealand over 12 is eligible for vaccination against COVID-19. The latest community outbreak shows that people of every age including the young are…

Update 1 September 2021
Day two for Auckland Emergency Management’s August flood response
Auckland Emergency Management’s Deputy Controller Rachel Kelleher says the focus of today’s response is on establishing the level of need out in the community and…

Lockdowns can be tough, especially for those who are unwell, missing loved ones or feeling stressed.
One step we can take that might help smooth the journey is to dive into something new, whether we’re picking up a new language, researching our next…

We all know keeping active helps look after our physical and mental wellbeing, but it’s not always easy in lockdown when our daily routines have changed, our children’s lives feel upside down, and the nation is in limbo.
We’ve found ways to get active at…

Mental fatigue and heightened fear are real for many of us in lockdown.
For those who are feeling it, we want to help. Here are some ways to learn some new skills and lift our spirits while we are at home.
Mindfulness, good sleep, healthy eating and…